Quote by Jean Paul Sartre

You are -- your life, and nothing else.

You are -- your life, and nothing else.

Summary

This quote means that our lives are defined solely by ourselves. It emphasizes that the essence of who we are lies within our own existence. It suggests that we have complete agency over our own lives and that our choices, actions, and experiences shape our identity. We cannot rely on external factors or others to determine our sense of self; it is up to us to define and live our lives authentically.

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Life Self Complacency

By Jean Paul Sartre

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